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Before Your General Anesthesia Sedation

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  • No food or drink (including water) for 8 hours before your procedure.

  • A responsible adult must:

    • Accompany you to the office
    • Stay during the procedure
    • Drive home afterward
  • You should take regularly prescribed medications with a small sip of water.

  • Wear loose-fitting clothing with short sleeves and low-heeled shoes (gym shoes are ideal).

  • Do not wear lotions, lipstick, perfumes, or nail polish on the day of surgery.

  • Remove contact lenses, jewelry, and dentures before the procedure.

  • If you are experiencing any illness (fever, sore throat, stomach or bowel issues), contact the office.

  • Post-op instructions will be covered on the day of your surgery.